Graduate Program Tuition and Scholarships

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At Boston University School of Hospitality Administration (SHA), we are dedicated to ensuring that our master’s degree in hospitality management is a smart investment in your career advancement and personal growth. To help you budget for your educational expenses, we provide detailed information about the Master of Management in Hospitality (MMH), MS in Hospitality Real Estate (MSHRE), and MS in Hospitality Management (MSHM) programs’ tuition, fees, and other expenses ranging from books and supplies to housing and transportation.

BU SHA also offers scholarships and financial aid options to help you afford your education and pursue your dreams with a hospitality graduate degree. If you are a domestic student pursuing a graduate degree, you may be eligible for Federal Financial Aid. Please check out our Federal Loan page.

Scholarships

Boston University School of Hospitality Administration is committed to supporting graduate students through guaranteed and merit-based scholarships.

$14,000 Guaranteed Scholarship for All Admitted Students
All students admitted to the Master of Management in Hospitality (MMH), MS in Hospitality Real Estate, or MS in Hospitality Management program will receive a minimum $14,000 scholarship—regardless of citizenship status or full-/part-time enrollment.

Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Exceptional applicants may be considered for additional merit-based awards, including:

  • New Dean’s Scholarship – Recognizing outstanding academic and leadership achievements

  • BU & SHA Alumni Scholarships – Special funding for Boston University and School of Hospitality Administration alumni

Students are encouraged to apply early to be considered for additional scholarship funding. To learn more, contact us at shagrad@bu.edu.

Please note: Students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate programs are not eligible for scholarships.

Tuition and Expenses

Tuition rates for the 2026 – 2027 academic year will be announced in April 2026.

If you register for more than 18 credits in a Fall/Spring term, you are charged $2,183 per credit for the overage. This requires approval from the Manager of Academic Services an d Graduate Admissions.

Massachusetts law requires all students enrolled in at least 75% of the full-time curriculum to have medical insurance. Students who cannot demonstrate coverage under a qualifying medical insurance plan are required to purchase the University’s student health insurance plan, which is due and payable with your first-semester charges. For more information, see the Student Accounting Services website.

Invest in Your Future with a Graduate Degree in Hospitality

Are you ready to take the next step and pursue your passion for hospitality management? Apply to one of our graduate programs to grow into a visionary leader in the hospitality industry.

Need more information about SHA graduate programs, tuition, and financing options? Request information!

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